Jeff Bingaman actually said...

"It's a sobering reality to see oil begin to impact the shorelines and know that this well is not yet under control."

"We need to ensure that we have adequate liability coverage for offshore drilling."

"We need to ensure that those harmed by this accident are fully compensated and that a system is in place that properly allocates risks and losses."

"While today's hearing will focus on liability and financial issues, we continue to have foremost in our minds the human component of this accident."